Registered Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem Rotating
- 12-hour shifts
- PRN / per diem
- Rotating
- ACLS
How this pay compares
This posting states $33.73–$50.59 an hour. Open respiratory therapist jobs in Maryland post a median of $42.16 an hour, the middle half $40.90–$42.50, across 25 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Respiratory therapists employed in Maryland earn a median of $42.77 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Medicare rating of Holy Cross Hospital
Medicare gives Holy Cross Hospital 2 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Maryland's hospitals average 3.3). 72% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Maryland hospitals by rating.
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What Maryland requires of a respiratory therapist
Respiratory care practitioner license, from the Maryland State Board of Physicians.
- At least 18, good moral character, English competency, graduate of an accredited respiratory care program, and active NBRC certification as a CRT or RRT (COMAR 10.32.11.06).
- Staying active: License renews every 2 years on a date the Board specifies, with continuing education (COMAR 10.32.11.11).
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About the job
Employment Type
Part time
Shift
Rotating Shift
Description
Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Employment Type: PRN
Shift: Rotating 12hr Shift
Location: Silver Spring, MD
Position Highlights
Competitive salary
- Quality of Life: Flexible work schedules
- Advancement: Career growth opportunities
Responsibilities
- Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care to a specified group of patients.
- Collaborates with physicians, medical professionals and other staff to ensure the quality of care given.
- Provides care for the neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult or geriatric patient (as defined in the unit scope of care).
- Utilizes knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to the patient’s age to ensure that care provided meets the unique, physical and psychosocial needs of the patient. Involves appropriate parties (i.e.; patient’s family or guardian, outside agencies) in the assessment, treatment and continuing care of the patient as needed.
- Supports the Mission of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Hospital.
What you will need
- Registry with the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Current licensure from the state of Maryland as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
- At least one (1) year of clinical experience preferred
- Current CPR training with recertification every two years.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Pay Range-$33.73-$50.59
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
About us
Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves more than 240,000 individuals each year from Maryland's two largest counties - Montgomery and Prince George's counties. Holy Cross Health earns numerous national awards, clinical designations and accreditations across a wide range of specialties for providing innovative, high-quality health care services.
We were named one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for 2022. Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
From Trinity Health's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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